Question 1

What dental concern arose from Amanda Bynes' character constantly eating lollipops?

Accepted Answer

Amanda Bynes' father, a dentist, worried about her dental health as she ate about 40 lollipops daily for her role as Penny, though she claimed she wasn't really eating them all.

Question 2

Which famous singer auditioned for Motormouth Maybelle but didn't get the role?

Accepted Answer

Aretha Franklin auditioned for the role of Motormouth Maybelle but lost out to Queen Latifah, who ultimately played the character.

Question 3

Why did the cast jokingly call 'You Can't Stop the Beat' 'you can't stop to breathe'?

Accepted Answer

The cast nicknamed the song due to its fast pace and rapid lyrics, with Queen Latifah noting her rapping background helped her handle the quick delivery.

Question 4

What cameo does John Waters make in the film's opening sequence?

Accepted Answer

John Waters appears as the flasher in the opening 'Good Morning Baltimore' sequence of the movie.

Question 5

Which actors were cast at John Travolta's request for the film?

Accepted Answer

Michelle Pfeiffer and Christopher Walken were both cast at the request of John Travolta, who played Edna Turnblad.

Question 6

Why did Amanda Bynes' father worry about her dental health during filming?

Accepted Answer

Amanda Bynes' father, a dentist, worried because her character Penny constantly ate lollipops—estimated at about 40 per day—though she claimed she wasn't really eating them all.

Question 7

Which famous singer auditioned for Motormouth Maybelle but didn't get the role?

Accepted Answer

Aretha Franklin auditioned for the role of Motormouth Maybelle but lost out to Queen Latifah, who ultimately played the character.

Question 8

What did the cast jokingly call the song 'You Can't Stop the Beat' and why?

Accepted Answer

Most of the cast jokingly called it 'you can't stop to breathe' because of its fast pace and lyrics. Queen Latifah said her rapping background helped her sing it quickly.

Question 9

What is the central conflict Tracy Turnblad faces in Baltimore?

Accepted Answer

After landing a spot on The Corny Collins Show, Tracy Turnblad becomes determined to help her friends and end the racial segregation that has been a staple of the show.

Question 10

Which festivals or awards recognized Hairspray in 2007-2008?

Accepted Answer

Hairspray was featured at the Locarno International Film Festival in 2007 and received awards recognition at the Actor Awards, BAFTA Awards, and Golden Globes in 2008.

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